2008 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 545 kg more than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia. 2008 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1996 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1996 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Freelander | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
| Model | Freelander | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
